DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my 30s and overweight, but I thought I was too young to worry about cholesterol. I just learned my cholesterol is high. I know diet and exercise are important. Do I need ...

A cardiologist says total cholesterol doesn’t reveal true heart disease risk—and points to six lipid markers that offer a clearer, more accurate picture of cardiovascular health.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death globally, and many of us are unfortunately at risk of developing it for various reasons, ranging from DNA and diet to sedentary lifestyle.

Although cholesterol plays a key role in our health, many of us don't realize our numbers are off until routine bloodwork reveals an issue. Improving your cholesterol through nutrition is a great ...

Getting your cholesterol checked and talking with your doctor about steps to control high cholesterol could save your life. If you, or someone you love, has experienced a heart attack or stroke, you ...

Almost 25 million adults in the U.S. have high cholesterol, which puts them at a higher risk for a heart attack or stroke in the next decade. But a much bigger portion have what’s called borderline ...